Rex Carnegie: Putting Together the Ideal Learning Experience on the C&O Canal
• June 1, 2023

Imagine the perfect learning experience. All the senses engaged in hands-on activities. A sense of awe and wonder nurtured in deep discussions with critical thinking skills sharpened. Deep social historical […]

Georgetown Canal Boat Surprise: Public Rides Return May 5
• April 10, 2023

After disappointing news last October that the newly-christened Georgetown canal boat  – “The Georgetown Heritage” – might not be hosting tours again until 2025 due to extensive National Park Service […]

A Ride Aboard the ‘Georgetown Heritage’  
• August 11, 2022

At Lock 3 in Georgetown, on a recent sunny Friday afternoon, lines form near the ticketing kiosk along the towpath near 30th and Thomas Jefferson Streets NW. Eager ticket-holders soon […]

New Canal Boat Christened in Joyous Ceremony 
• May 2, 2022

Georgetown’s brand new 80-footlong, historically correct Canal Boat was officially launched Thursday, April 28, at the C&O Canal’s reconstructed and filled Lock 3 with joyous pomp and ceremony. There were […]